WASHINGTON, D.C. - The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), representing more than 14,000 nursing homes and long term care facilities across the country that provide care to approximately five million people each year, released the following statement regarding the 2024 election results.
The statement is attributable to Clif Porter, President and CEO of AHCA/NCAL:
“We extend our
congratulations to President-elect Trump and welcome the opportunity to work with the Trump Administration. While the results are still coming in, we also congratulate the newly elected Congress.
“As the nation’s largest association representing nursing homes, assisted living communities, and other long term care providers, AHCA/NCAL is ready to offer solutions that protect and enhance access to high-quality care. It is critical that our nation’s leaders prioritize, support, and invest in America’s seniors and their caregivers.
“While we are eager to get to work, there is still much that can be accomplished before the end of the year. We urge lawmakers to pass legislation during the Lame Duck session that rationalize regulations, expand workforce development, and increase access to care for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
“We look forward to collaborating with President-elect Trump and the 119th Congress on ways we can continue to advance quality care, address the growing caregiver shortage, and advocate for our growing elderly population.”